ÖKO-LAVAMAT 1051 VI SENSORTRONIC The environmentally friendly washing machine Instruction booklet ADVANCED ENGINEERING FROM GERMANY ON OFF DELAY START 500 700 900 1000 SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD START PAUSE WASH TIME PREWASH WASH RINSE STAIN QUICK PREWASH EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD RESET SHORT SPIN SPIN 95 COTTON E 60 50 PUMP OUT SOFTENERS GENTLE RINSES SOAK 40 30 PUMP OUT COLD COLD SPIN END WOOLLENS 60 50 30 40 30 DELICATES 40 30 COLD 40 EASY-CARES
Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance. This symbol guides you, step by step, in the operation of the appliance.
Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Tips for environmental protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Main features of your washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents And in which form? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 TRADITIONAL POWDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 TRADITIONAL LIQUIDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 COMPACT POWDERS AND LIQUIDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 FABRIC CONDITIONERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions Your safety is of paramount importance, please ensure you read this instruction book before installing or using this appliance. General safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
Safety instructions Child safety • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance. • Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use. • Keep all packaging well away from children. • Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum.
Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!). • Use the energy saving programme when washing normally soiled garments. • The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded. • When small loads are washed, use only half to two thirds of the recommended amount of detergent.
Main features of your washing machine • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 900, 700 or 500 rpm. • RINSE HOLD: the laundry is left immersed in the final rinse water to prevent creasing. • Delay timer: programme start can be delayed by 1 to 19 hours (e.g. to times with a more economical power rate).
Description of the appliance Front view Detergent drawer Control panel ON OFF DELAY START 500 700 900 1000 SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD START PAUSE WASH TIME PREWASH WASH RINSE STAIN QUICK PREWASH EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD RESET SHORT SPIN SPIN 95 COTTON E 60 50 PUMP OUT SOFTENERS GENTLE RINSES SOAK 40 30 PUMP OUT COLD COLD SPIN END WOOLLENS 60 50 30 40 30 DELICATES 40 30 COLD 40 EASY-CARES Door Drain filter Adjustable feet 11
Description of the appliance Control panel ON OFF DELAY START 500 700 900 1000 SPIN SPEED WASH TIME RESET SHORT SPIN SPIN PREWASH WASH STAIN QUICK PREWASH EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD START PAUSE 95 RINSE HOLD 60 50 40 30 PUMP OUT COLD COLD SPIN 60 50 30 WOOLLENS 40 END 30 DELICATES A B C D A B C D E F G H J = = = = = = = = = E FG H COTTON E PUMP OUT SOFTENERS GENTLE RINSES SOAK RINSE 40 30 COLD 40 EASY-CARES J Mains-on light ON/OFF button Delay start button Display Option
Description of the appliance Position E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (cannot be combined with STAIN and QUICK). Position COLD means that the machine will perform a cold wash. To be used for extremely delicate items. ON/OFF button Press this button to switch the machine on. Press it again to switch the machine off. Mains-on light This light comes on when the ON/OFF button is pressed, and goes out when it is pressed again.
Description of the appliance is then displayed. One minute after depressing the START/PAUSE button, the machine starts its hourly countdown. During the last hour, the remaining time is displayed every 5 minutes. The delayed start function cannot be used with the SPIN or PUMP OUT programmes. To alter or cancel the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, then press the DELAY START button until the required time is displayed or, if you wish to cancel the delay, until the symbol 0h is displayed.
Description of the appliance EXTRA RINSE Can be used with all programmes except the wool programme. The machine performs 4 rinses instead of 3. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents and in areas where the water is very soft. RINSE HOLD When this button is pressed, the last rinse water is not emptied out, to prevent the fabrics from creasing.
Description of the appliance • delayed start, programmed using the special button (C). The selected delay (19 hours max.) is indicated in the display. The countdown is updated every hour, and every 5 minutes during the last hour. • Heating phase. A dot to the right of the figures in the display indicates that the machine is heating the water. • Incorrect option selection. If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed.
Description of the appliance Altering a programme which is running To alter a programme, first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button. Before the machine starts the heating phase, i.e. within the first 15 minutes for cotton programmes, 10 minutes for easy-cares and delicate programmes and 5 minutes for the wool programme, the selected wash cycle can be modified.
Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Programme chart Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. It is emptied at the beginning of the wash cycle. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). It is emptied at the last rinse.
Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). • To prevent the laundry from getting damaged and forming bundles, it is advisable to close zips, button up pillowcases and quilt covers and tie up loose straps such as those of aprons. • Turn double faced items inside out (sleeping bags, anoraks, etc.
Preparing the wash cycle Weight of laundry Sort of laundry Approximate dry weights Bathrobes 1200 g Work shirts 300-600 g Quilt covers 700 g Sheets 500 g Blouses 100 g Hand towels 200 g Tea towels 100 g Shirts 200 g Pillowcases 200 g Night-gowns/Pyjamas 200-250 g Tablecloths 200-300 g Underwear 250 g Types of fabric and care labels The labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash programme.
Preparing the wash cycle Delicates 40 30 Microfibres, easy-cares or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. 40 Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are particularly sensitive to machine washing. The WOOLLENS programme is suitable for this type of fabric.
Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Which detergent?.... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines. To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates.
Preparing the wash cycle And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is to own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.
How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compartment . If you wish to perform a prewash, or a STAINAction programme, pour detergent or stain remover into compartment . Important! Do not use normal detergent for the STAIN-Action programme, always use a STAIN remover such as VANISH.
How to wash Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position: the lights corresponding to the different phases making up the selected programme light on.
How to wash Selection of the DELAY START option To delay starting of a programme, press the DELAY START DELAY START button before starting the machine. The figures corresponding to the selected delay will be displayed for about 2 seconds, after which the duration of the selected programme will appear on the display. When the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the selected delay will again appear on the display and the machine starts its countdown.
How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically and three flashing zeros are displayed. The END and spin speed pilot lights, as well as the pilot light(s) corresponding to the selected option(s), stay on. If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the corresponding pilot light on the programme progress display flashes to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door. The pilot light of the START button flashes and tree flashing zeros are displayed.
Programme chart Wash programmes Wash Temp. programme Fabrics Cotton and linen, for example normally soiled work garments, Whites 95°-60° sheets, household linen, underwear, towels. E Whites ECONOMY 60° Cotton and linen, for example normally to lightly soiled sheets and household linen. 60°-50° Coloured cotton or Coloured 40°-30° linen fabric, shirts, cottons COLD underwear, towels. Synthetic fabrics, 60°-50° underwear, coloured Easy-cares 40°-30° garments, non-shrink COLD shirts, blouses.
Programme chart Special programmes Programme Soak Gentle rinses Type of laundry Programme phases Additional Max. functions load Soak at 40°C. Stop with water in drum. To empty only: press the START/PAUSE button. Heavily soiled To empty and spin: fabrics, except select the desired spin speed and press the wool. START/PAUSE button. The machine automatically empties itself after 18 hours. This programme can be used for rinsing hand washed garments. 3 rinses with liquid additive. Short spin.
Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a little to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. Periodical cleaning Exterior Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap and water only. Rinse with clean water and dry. Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet.
Cleaning and maintenance Drain filter The drain filter collects threads and small objects inadvertently left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean. Place a container under the filter and unscrew it; some water will come out of the filter. Pull out the filter. Clean the filter under a running tap, then refit it, screwing it fully in. Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked.
Cleaning and maintenance Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug from the power socket; • close the water tap; • if necessary, wait until the water has cooled; • place a bowl on the floor; • put the drain hose end into the bowl and let the water out.
Something not working? If, during the spin cycle, the machine makes an unusual whistling noise, different from the noise made by traditional washing machines, this is due to a new type of motor. If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to the modern technology of new washing machines that use less water than traditional machines. Troubleshooting If a problem arises, you can try to solve it yourself following the instructions below.
Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The water tap is closed (E00). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is squashed or kinked (E00). The machine does not fill The machine fills then empties immediately Check the whole length of the hose and remove the kink. The small filter of the water Clean the filter. inlet hose is clogged (E00). The door is not properly closed (E20). Close the door. The end of the drain hose is too low.
Something not working? Problem The machine vibrates or is noisy The door will not open Possible cause Solution The transit bolts have not been removed. Check that the machine has been unpacked as described in the Installation section. The feet have not been adjusted. Carefully level the machine. There is little laundry in the drum. Correct operation of the machine is not affected. The programme is still running. Wait until the end of the programme before opening the door.
Something not working? Problem Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin 36 Possible cause Solution The unbalance detection device that prevents excessive vibration during spinning has cut in. If the laundry is not evenly distributed inside the drum at the beginning of the spin cycle, the machine detects this and tries to redistribute it more evenly by means of a few drum rotations.
Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • The programme/temperature has not been correctly selected. If grey stains remain on the laundry • Laundry stained with ointments, grease or oil has been washed with an insufficient amount of detergent.
Technical data Height x Width x Depth Depth with door opened Height adjustment Net weight Load (depending on programme) Use Drum speed during washing Drum speed during spinning Water pressure 82x60x54.5 cm 91 cm ± 13 mm approx. 71 kg approx. 4.5 kg max. domestic max. 55 rpm 1000/900/700/500 rpm 1 - 10 bar 2 (=10-100N/cm = 0.1-1.0Mpa) This appliance complies with the following EC directives: - 73/23/EEC of 19.2.1973 “Low voltage directive”, including directive 93 / 68 / EEC - 89/336/EEC of 3.5.
Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks in the “Troubleshooting” section have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown. Please note that proof of purchase is required for in-guarantee service calls.
Service & Spare Parts Customer care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Department. Customer Care Department AEG Domestic Appliances Limited P.O.
Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1.The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does not cover commercial use. 2.The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty materials.
Guarantee Conditions European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications: - The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. - The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exist in the new country of use for this brand or range of products. - This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the retailer. • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed.
Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view 600 910 525 ON OFF DELAY START DRYING TIME 500 QUICK PREWASH 700 900 1200 SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD START PAUSE PREWASH WASH RINSE STAIN EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD RESET SHORT SPIN SPIN 95 COTTON E 60 50 PUMP OUT SOFTENERS GENTLE RINSES SOAK 40 30 PUMP OUT COLD COLD SPIN DRY END WOOLLENS 60 50 30 40 30 DELICATES 40 30 40 DRYING EASY-CARES 10 160 810 90 540 Rear view 340 170 15 25 Cold water Power cable Drain 45 85 44
Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor. Remove the polystyrene base and take off the bottom panel by unscrewing the central screw. Carefully slide out the right polythene bag.
Installation Set the machine upright and remove the two remaining bolts from the back. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes into which the bolts were fitted. Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find at the back of the machine. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Installation Water inlet (cold water connection only) Before connecting the hose be sure to fit the mesh filter «A» supplied as per A diagram. Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations’ requirements. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. Do not connect to a hot water supply.
Installation If you intend the drain hose from the machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U -Piece” supplied. Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
Installation Important 13 AMP The wires in the mains lead are coloured in GREEN &YELLOW 13AMP FUSE accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow - Earth Blue - Neutral Brown - Live If you fit your own plug, the colours of the BROWN BLUE wires in the mains lead of your appliance CORD CLAMP may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «E» or the ea
Building-in This appliance has been designed to be built into the kitchen furniture. The recess should have the dimensions shown in picture A. 600 in. 600 m 120 416 818 176, 5 820 min 596 515 1 54 195 160 8 90 0 49 165 A Preparation and assembly of the door The machine is originally prearranged for the assembly of a door opening from right to left. In this case it is sufficient to screw in the hinges (1) and the countermagnet (6) provided with the appliance, at the right level (Fig. B).
Building-in c) Mounting the door Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the M5x8 screws (3-Fig. B). The hinges can be adjusted to compensate for possible uneven thickness of the door. To align the door perfectly it is necessary to loosen the screw (3-Fig. B), adjust the door and tighten the screw again. d) Counter-magnet (6) The appliance is pre-arranged for a magnetic closure of the door.
Building-in Recommendations regarding the construction and fitting of a base when the installation requires an integrated appliance to be raised Where the appliance has been raised by mounting onto a wooden base provided by the installer. The material used to construct the base should have a non slip surface, be water repellent and if possible be one solid piece.
Building-in Fix the base firmly to the floor using four appropriate Fix foam strip 100 mm down from the top edge countersunk screws (see Fig. H). Before installing the appliHardwood strip ance fix a strip of self 5 X 25 X 605 5 mm x 25 mm 490 adhesive foam to the adja605 cent cupboard side walls, H approximately 100 mm down from the top (see Fig. H).
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